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11/4/2026

Standard vs. Custom-Fit Windows: Why the Right Fit Matters

Standard vs. custom-fit windows: learn the difference and why Renewal by Andersen builds every window to fit your exact opening for a tighter, cleaner seal.
Material Choices
Energy Efficiency

Replacement Window Framing Materials: What is Fibrex®?

Andersen® products and patents have revolutionized the window and door industry for more than 100 years. We know windows and window materials. In 1958...
Energy Efficiency
Material Choices
Renovation and Remodeling
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Product Features

Energy Efficient Windows: What is "Whole Window Performance"?

Windows have played an important role in home design for centuries. Historically, window development focused on the right balance between the benefits...
Energy Efficiency
Renovation and Remodeling

How Do You Know You Need New Windows?

This is a really common question. Here are some of the most common window problems we see home owners looking to rectify: Foggy Windows: Why do they d...
Installation
Material Choices
Product Features

Fog belongs in San Francisco, Not in Your Windows

Foggy windows are annoying. You can’t see well out of them, they make your house look bad cosmetically and you can’t get in there to wipe it off. It’s...

Last Summer Projects Window and Door Sale

Still have getting new doors or windows on your summer project list? Well, the summer is coming to an end and it is now or never if you want to get th...
Material Choices
Energy Efficiency
Product Features

NFRC Window Ratings-What Do They Mean?

The NFRC rating sticker should be on every window you purchase whether it is a replacement window or new construction. This sticker will show you how ...
Energy Efficiency
Material Choices
Renovation and Remodeling
Home Value
Installation

Baby Boomers - Staying At Home

As a "baby boomer" myself, I can totally understand the trend that is happening where senior citizens are staying in their homes longer and longer. It...

Women in Sales

Nearly 30 million single women own their own homes in 2011. They spend 50% more on home improvements than men do. And women make decisions on 91% of a...
Installation
Material Choices
Renovation and Remodeling

The Facts About Vinyl Windows

Vinyl windows are a very popular choice for replacement windows because they are inexpensive and "maintenance free". But, before you spend your hard e...
Installation
Home Value

A Trusted Partner in Window Replacement

When first looking at the prospect of replacing your windows, it can be a bit intimidating! How much will this cost? Who will do the best job? What wi...
Installation
Energy Efficiency
Renovation and Remodeling
Home Value

Multi-Family Window Replacement Makes Sense

Most people relate window and door replacement with residential single family homes. You frequently notice work trucks in your neighbors' driveways an...
Energy Efficiency

Andersen Window - Energy Star Partner Of The Year 2011

BAYPORT, Minn. (March 14, 2011) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Energy (DOE) have named Andersen Corporation as 201...
Energy Efficiency
Renovation and Remodeling
Home Value

Windows With A View . . .

Today, windows are replaced for many reasons - energy efficiency, reduction of maintenance, poor or lack of operation, wood rot, and to change the app...
Installation
Renovation and Remodeling

Replacement Windows Play Major Role In Historic Renovation

On February 23rd, 2011, A dedication ceremony took place in Buffalo, Kentucky for the new Buffalo School Apartments. The 19 apartments now occupy the ...
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Material Choices
Renovation and Remodeling

Maintaining Your Home's Architectural Integrity When Replacing Windows

While there are many reasons windows are replaced - wood rot, energy efficiency, elimination of painting, comfort level in the home, broken hardware, ...